Camping Bel Air

Espace Hermeline (10 minutes’ drive) is an adventure park with ziplines and tree climbing, plus more sedate activities like orienteering and miniature golf. At Base de Loisirs de Rouffiac (half an hour), on the shore of Lac de Rouffiac, it’s possible to hire paddleboards and canoes (pedal boats, too) and have a go at wakeboarding. Residents at Park Zoo du Reynou (half an hour) hail from six different continents, so whether you’re into big cats or creatures who thrive in the polar cold, you should find something to hold your interest. If little feet (or big ones, for that matter) start to feel sore, take a ride on the safari train, which travels through the herbivore, carnivore and primate areas (take your pick). When it’s time for a little culture, head to the Haute-Vienne Contemporary Art Museum (40 minutes), housed in the splendid Rochechouart Castle. In addition to a permanent collection, the gallery hosts interesting temporary exhibitions.